Kenton Black Science & Engineering Looking for NPD Project Manager – Consumer Electronics at Great Abington Full Time
My client operates in the Electronic Consumer Good Industry. Due to an increase work load we are now looking for an NPD Project Manager with a strong engineering background to join the project management team
This role will be responsible for project managing all aspects of the full end to end project lifecycle for the development of electrical products. This person will be required to work within the clear and consistent framework for governance to ensure delivery within agreed constraints of time, scope, cost and quality.
This is a far-reaching role, with end-to-end accountability for multiple projects running concurrently. It is truly cross functional, international, works closely with 3rd party suppliers, and will require an experienced project manager with excellent communication skills and a background in engineering and electrical product development.
This is a 12-month FTC position.
The Role:
• Develop, document, and manage a range of different electrical product projects, including it’s packaging. • Focus is on the complete end to end lifecycle of the product, from concept to in-market. • Capturing all milestones, detailed schedules (including supplier partners schedules) and budgets for a range of projects, in a way that is consistent with project management framework. • Lead a team including members from R&D, manufacturing partners, industrialisation, quality, design, and supply chain to develop electrical products for launch into market. Engineering expertise will be key to success in this area. • Work closely with product managers, claims, commercial and finance teams to ensure delivery of product concept and business case.
The Candidate:
• At least 5 years of NPD Project management experience in a fast moving, complex environment. • Experience of running multiple projects and initiatives from inception to successful delivery and tracking in market. • Extensive experience in engineering in consumer electronics business or similar. • Specific experience in supplier relationship management. • Specific experience of full project lifecycle. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • PRINCE II certification is a plus.
